Local Wisdom-Based Peace Education in Social Studies Learning

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the integration of local wisdom-based peace education into Social Studies learning as a strategy to strengthen students’ character and social cohesion in a multicultural context. The research employed a Systematic Literature Review method by examining several scholarly articles published within the last five years. The findings reveal that local wisdom values such as mutual cooperation, consensus, tolerance, empathy, and social solidarity can be integrated into Social Studies learning to cultivate students’ awareness of peace, empathy, and intercultural harmony. Through contextual learning rooted in local culture, students are encouraged to understand peace not merely as a moral concept but as a social practice embedded in everyday life. The integration of these values fosters critical thinking, respect for diversity, and a sense of social responsibility among learners. This study concludes that local wisdom-based peace education is not only a pedagogical strategy but also a means of fostering an inclusive, civilized, and character-driven society aligned with the goals of national education.